Title: Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks Vacation home in Herbert with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks ![Exterior - Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks (Herbert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716100/92716010/0fca6b65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks (Herbert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716100/92716010/8a642f83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks (Herbert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716100/92716010/216e28b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Aerial view - Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks (Herbert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716100/92716010/4cc0ba3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks (Herbert)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716100/92716010/9a0d36e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks Tucked away in its own wee microclimate this new modern home has everything at its door step, walking tracks , mtb tracks , river. Plenty of activities for all. Just 15 minutes from Oamaru, A great place to base yourself when seeing the sites of North Otago. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Things to do - Heated pool ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34008800/34008733/9cb3042b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful ocean view from this lovely holiday home Kakanui - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Herbert is home to this vacation home. Shag Point Scenic Reserve and Te Hakapureirei Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Totara Estate and Totara Estate. Steam Train and Whitestone Cheese Factory are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Herbert Forest Retreat 15 min from Oamaru, H/tub and MTB tracks Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarna M. Mar 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house in the wop wops Great stay. Warm,clean house with everything you need for a get away. ##### Jarna M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kirsty C. Oct 8, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy Stay with Friendly Host Lovely property in quiet spot about 20 minutes south of Oamaru. Kerry was really easy to communicate with and super flexible. The house had lots of space for the 6 adults who stayed and room in one of the bedrooms for two kids too. This home is clearly lived in when not rented out and there are a few bits of the owners property around but this wasn’t a major problem. ##### Kirsty C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma M. Jun 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mums weekend A great location in nature. Really enjoyed our weekend. Hot tub and sauna were amazing. Cabins were very cool. House was very warm. ##### Emma M. 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